The Need.

50% of those with PTSD do not seek treatment. 400,000 untreated cases of PTSD. – VA estimates

11 million Veterans are not in the labor force. – 2014 study

49,933 Veterans experienced homelessness on a single night in January 2014. – 2014 Point-in-Time Count

22-A-Day: Rates of Veteran suicide. – 2012 VA Suicide Data Report

41% of veterans stated that they are more likely to exercise if they can do it with a group or team. – Red White and Blue

The Research.

As found in both the Chicagoland 2016 study and the Southern California 2014 study, many service members leaving the military are not prepared for the transition, and struggle during the process. Many had no job, no home, 10% had food insecurity, many had health concerns, 40% had PTSD, and 33% were at risk of suicide.

51% indicated that civilians don’t appreciate the sacrifices that Veterans have made.

75% indicated that civilians do not understand their problems.

49% felt disconnected from the community around them, even with people they knew.

T3 Can Make a Difference.

T3 is dedicated to “prevention and early intervention” as Veterans separate from active duty.

#1 CommunityT3 is a therapeutic and rehabilitative program for Veterans that supports personal growth and empowers the individual to face physical and emotional challenges as they separate from active duty. We do this by building a community of support with other Veterans and by fostering meaningful connections with civilians.

#2 FitnessThis community is focused around a structured fitness program that challenges Veterans to improve their mental and physical strength by transitioning a military mindset to an athletic mindset.